Elmwood Golf Course
Course at a glance
Elmwood Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Sioux Falls, South Dakota (57104). From the Black tees, Elmwood Golf Course plays to 7,214 yards at par 72. The course offers 22 sets of tees ranging from 2,315 to 7,214 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 75.0, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 86% of rated golf courses in South Dakota. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Elmwood Golf Course.
About Elmwood Golf Course
Elmwood Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota (57104).. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,214 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 75.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 140, Elmwood Golf Course is one of the more challenging courses in South Dakota, playing harder than 86% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 22 tee sets ranging from 2,315 to 7,214 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in South Dakota typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
7,214
Slope
127
Rating
75.0
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
140
This Course
126
SD Average
113
US Average
Based on 73 rated courses in South Dakota
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlackMen's | 127 | 75.0 | 400 | 544 | 417 | 197 | 428 | 513 | 463 | 175 | 407 | 3544 | 513 | 470 | 208 | 414 | 425 | 215 | 423 | 468 | 534 | 3670 | 7,214 |
BlackWomen's | 140 | 82.1 | 400 | 544 | 417 | 197 | 428 | 513 | 463 | 175 | 407 | 3544 | 513 | 470 | 208 | 401 | 425 | 215 | 423 | 468 | 534 | 3657 | 7,201 |
BlueWomen's | 135 | 79.7 | 381 | 524 | 394 | 183 | 400 | 488 | 431 | 153 | 386 | 3340 | 486 | 438 | 193 | 375 | 403 | 171 | 394 | 445 | 508 | 3413 | 6,753 |
BlueMen's | 122 | 73.0 | 381 | 524 | 391 | 183 | 400 | 488 | 431 | 153 | 386 | 3337 | 486 | 438 | 193 | 375 | 403 | 171 | 394 | 445 | 508 | 3413 | 6,750 |
Blue/GoldWomen's | 131 | 77.9 | 381 | 498 | 394 | 158 | 364 | 488 | 384 | 153 | 386 | 3206 | 486 | 389 | 172 | 375 | 403 | 148 | 347 | 414 | 508 | 3242 | 6,448 |
Blue/GoldMen's | 122 | 71.4 | 381 | 498 | 391 | 158 | 364 | 488 | 384 | 153 | 386 | 3203 | 486 | 389 | 172 | 375 | 403 | 148 | 347 | 414 | 508 | 3242 | 6,445 |
GoldWomen's | 128 | 76.3 | 356 | 498 | 361 | 158 | 364 | 452 | 384 | 132 | 355 | 3060 | 452 | 389 | 172 | 342 | 372 | 148 | 347 | 414 | 468 | 3104 | 6,164 |
GoldMen's | 120 | 70.0 | 356 | 498 | 361 | 158 | 364 | 452 | 384 | 132 | 355 | 3060 | 452 | 389 | 172 | 342 | 372 | 148 | 347 | 414 | 468 | 3104 | 6,164 |
Gold/RedWomen's | 123 | 74.0 | 356 | 401 | 361 | 134 | 328 | 452 | 347 | 132 | 355 | 2866 | 452 | 342 | 142 | 342 | 372 | 130 | 286 | 361 | 468 | 2895 | 5,761 |
Gold/RedMen's | 116 | 68.1 | 356 | 401 | 361 | 134 | 328 | 452 | 347 | 132 | 355 | 2866 | 452 | 342 | 142 | 342 | 372 | 130 | 286 | 361 | 468 | 2895 | 5,761 |
Red | 118 | 71.5 | 304 | 401 | 307 | 134 | 328 | 401 | 347 | 113 | 324 | 2659 | 413 | 342 | 142 | 298 | 318 | 130 | 286 | 361 | 435 | 2725 | 5,384 |
Red | 112 | 66.5 | 304 | 401 | 307 | 134 | 328 | 401 | 347 | 113 | 324 | 2659 | 413 | 342 | 142 | 298 | 318 | 130 | 286 | 361 | 435 | 2725 | 5,384 |
WhiteWomen's | 109 | 67.1 | 248 | 361 | 234 | 113 | 282 | 359 | 273 | 98 | 271 | 2239 | 377 | 296 | 90 | 269 | 259 | 108 | 262 | 303 | 377 | 2341 | 4,580 |
WhiteMen's | 106 | 62.8 | 248 | 361 | 234 | 113 | 282 | 359 | 273 | 98 | 271 | 2239 | 377 | 296 | 90 | 269 | 259 | 108 | 262 | 303 | 377 | 2341 | 4,580 |
Black - East Course | 114 | 35.3 | 544 | 414 | 201 | 523 | 141 | 411 | 417 | 191 | 362 | 3204 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3,204 |
Blue - East Course | 112 | 34.4 | 511 | 394 | 185 | 498 | 137 | 372 | 388 | 171 | 346 | 3002 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3,002 |
Gold - East CourseWomen's | 121 | 36.3 | 498 | 380 | 173 | 485 | 129 | 358 | 374 | 151 | 333 | 2881 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,881 |
Gold - East CourseMen's | 111 | 33.8 | 498 | 380 | 173 | 485 | 129 | 358 | 374 | 151 | 333 | 2881 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,881 |
Red - East Course | 112 | 35.1 | 476 | 344 | 152 | 454 | 113 | 330 | 349 | 119 | 295 | 2632 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,632 |
Red - East Course | 108 | 32.5 | 476 | 344 | 152 | 454 | 113 | 330 | 349 | 119 | 295 | 2632 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,632 |
White - East Course | 103 | 33.1 | 424 | 316 | 128 | 411 | 91 | 282 | 306 | 101 | 256 | 2315 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,315 |
White -East Course | 98 | 31.0 | 424 | 316 | 128 | 411 | 91 | 282 | 306 | 101 | 256 | 2315 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2,315 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 16 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Elmwood Golf Course offers 22 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,214 | 127 | 75.0 | 0-5 |
Black | 7,201 | 140 | 82.1 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,753 | 135 | 79.7 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,750 | 122 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
Blue/Gold | 6,448 | 131 | 77.9 | 5-15 |
Blue/Gold | 6,445 | 122 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,164 | 128 | 76.3 | 12-22 |
Gold | 6,164 | 120 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
Gold/Red | 5,761 | 123 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
Gold/Red | 5,761 | 116 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,384 | 118 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,384 | 112 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
White | 4,580 | 109 | 67.1 | 25+ |
White | 4,580 | 106 | 62.8 | 25+ |
Black - East Course | 3,204 | 114 | 35.3 | 25+ |
Blue - East Course | 3,002 | 112 | 34.4 | 25+ |
Gold - East Course | 2,881 | 121 | 36.3 | 25+ |
Gold - East Course | 2,881 | 111 | 33.8 | 25+ |
Red - East Course | 2,632 | 112 | 35.1 | 25+ |
Red - East Course | 2,632 | 108 | 32.5 | 25+ |
White - East Course | 2,315 | 103 | 33.1 | 25+ |
White -East Course | 2,315 | 98 | 31.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Elmwood Golf Course
Elmwood Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Elmwood Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elmwood Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Elmwood Golf Course is a public golf course located in Sioux Falls, SD. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Elmwood Golf Course have?expand_more
Elmwood Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Elmwood Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Elmwood Golf Course plays to 4,580 yards (par 72). The course offers 22 tee sets ranging from 2,315 to 7,214 yards.
What is the slope rating at Elmwood Golf Course?expand_more
The Black tees at Elmwood Golf Course have a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 75.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Elmwood Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Elmwood Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Elmwood Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://dakotagolf.com/course/elmwood/ or call +1-605-367-7092 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Elmwood Golf Course offer?expand_more
Elmwood Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Elmwood Golf Course located?expand_more
Elmwood Golf Course is located at 2604 West Russell Street in Sioux Falls, SD 57104. You can reach them at +1-605-367-7092.
What is the difficulty level at Elmwood Golf Course?expand_more
Elmwood Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 86% of golf courses in South Dakota. The average slope rating in South Dakota is 126. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Elmwood Golf Course?expand_more
Elmwood Golf Course offers 22 tee sets. Black tees (7,214 yards, slope 127) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. White -East Course tees (2,315 yards, slope 98) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Elmwood Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Elmwood Golf Course should play the White -East Course tees, which play 2,315 yards with a slope of 98. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Elmwood Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red tees (slope 112, rating 66.5) at Elmwood Golf Course would have a course handicap of 9 and an expected score of approximately 81. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Elmwood Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Elmwood Golf Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.